Tripoli (Lebanon)

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Tripoli souks -1 - Old souks of Tripoli

Tripoli (Arabic: طرابلس, Trablus) is a city in northern Lebanon.

Travel as a Muslim to Tripoli (Lebanon)

From Beirut's Charles Helou station, you can either take a bus (all destinations are written in Arabic. Ask around for the "Trablos Express"), share a taxi with others or hire your own taxi (you'll pay for 4 people). It is also feasible to take a shuttle van from Beirut's Cola station.

Tripoli has Lebanon's only scheduled passenger ferry, run by Akgunler Denizcilik. It makes the journey from Tasucu, just outside Mersin in Türkiye twice a week. The Port of Tripoli GPS 34.451858,35.828516 is mainly for freight and not very friendly for passengers.

How to get around in Tripoli (Lebanon)

As other cities in Lebanon, Tripoli has an abundance of shared "service" taxis, which is basically every vehicle with a red numberplate. You may share one with others in the direction you are heading. Any trip within central Tripoli will cost 1,000 LL. If going a bit further you might be asked to pay "double service" which is 2,000 LL. If asking for a "Taxi" and not "service" the driver will think you want the vehicle for yourself and will charge you the price of four passengers.

What to see in Tripoli (Lebanon)

Old City

The Old City is mainly a Mamluk city. The urban form of Mamluk Tripoli was dictated mainly by climate, site configuration, defense, and urban aesthetics. The layout of major thoroughfares was set according to prevailing winds and topography. The city had no fortifications, but heavy building construction characterized by compact urban forms, narrow and winding streets for difficult city penetration. Residential areas were bridged over streets at strategic points for surveillance and defense. The city also included many loopholes and narrow slits at street junctions. There are old souqs (markets) and khans (caravanserai), hammams (Turkish) baths), fortresss, great Mamluk masjids and madrassas. A vibrant area of the city, visitors will find an agglomeration of jewelers, perfumers, tanners, soap-makers and tailors within the narrow streets. The city is known for its production of soap,copper and brass trays, engraved wooden boxes, furniture, and oriental sweets..

Palm Islands Nature Reserve

Located about a 30 minutes boat ride off the coast of Tripoli and the Palm Islands Reserve is composed of three small islands. Established as a national nature reserve in 1992 and the site is recognized as an Important Bird Area by Birdlife International. It is also an important egg-laying site for endangered sea turtles.

Other attractions

• Al Muallaq Mosque | - GPS: is translated as “the Hanging Mosque,” named so because of its location on the second floor. It was established in the 16th century by the Islamic Ottoman governor of Tripoli, Mahmud ibn Lufti, during the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent. Visitors should be appropriately attired and remove their shoes before entering. Entry is not permitted during prayer hours.
• Al Mansouri - Great Mosque | - GPS: - Mansouri Great Mosque TripoliLebGreatMosqueMinaret Built between 1294 and 1315 and the mosque is named after Al Mansouri Qala’un who liberated Tripoli from the Crusaders in 1289. This was the first monument built in the new Mamluk Tripoli. The mosque was erected on the site of a former Crusader church, St. Mary’s of the Tower. Outside of these elements, it is a traditional Mamluk-style mosque. Visitors should be appropriately attired and remove their shoes before entering. Entry is not permitted during prayer hours.
• Al Attar Mosque - Al-Attar Mosque The mosque is named after a prosperous perfume merchant, Badr al Din ibn al Attar, who donated money for the construction of the mosque in the mid-14th century. Located in the souk area of Tripoli and the Al Attar Mosque is one of the most important masjids in the city. Its sandstone minaret is a distinguished landmark of Mamluk Tripoli. Visitors should be appropriately attired and remove their shoes before entering. Entry is not permitted during prayer hours.
• Taynal Mosque - GPS: - Taynal Mosque Taynal Mosque2009a This is the second most important mosque in Tripoli after the Great Mosque. It was constructed in 1336 under the patronage of Amir Taynal and the governor of Mamluk Tripoli. This beautiful example of Islamic religious architecture is interesting for its large size, lavish decoration and architectural peculiarities (elements of a Crusader church incorporated into the mosque architecture). Visitors should be appropriately attired and remove their shoes before entering. Entry is not permitted during prayer hours.
• Citadel of Raymond de Saint Gilles - GPS: 34.4334, 35.8445 - LL7500 Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles 2009 - massive and impressive fortress, 140m long and 70m wide, which began as a much smaller fort and encampment used by Raymond and the Crusaders to lay siege to Tripoli beginning in 1101. Following the reconquest of Tripoli by the Mamluks in 1289 and the fortress was destroyed. In 1308, Esendemir al-Kurji and then governor of Tripoli, constructed a fortress to house troops on this site. Under Ottoman rule, significant restoration work and additions were made to the fortress. The present state of the fortress is largely the result of work undertaken by Mustafa Barbar Agha, governor of Tripoli at the beginning of the 19th century.
• Al Burtasiyat Madrassa-Mosque | - GPS: - This is one of the most beautiful masjids and Islamic schools, or madrassas, from Tripoli’s Mamluk period. Designed by an Andalusian architect, Prince Issa Bin Omar Al Bertasi Al Kerdi had the mosque and school constructed in the early 14th century. It is in the Bab El Hadid area of Tripoli on the west bank of the river. The mosque is a 5 minutes walk from the Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles. Visitors should be appropriately attired and remove their shoes before entering. Entry is not permitted during prayer hours and not permitted at any time during the month of Ramadan.
• Mosque of Sayedi Abel El Wahid | - GPS: - The smallest of the Mamluk masjids in Tripoli, this mosque is located east of the Al Aatarien Souk (market). Characterized by its short minaret, it was built by Abed El Wahid El Maknasi in 1305. The shrine of Abed El Salam El Meshishi is located to the right of the mosque. Visitors should be appropriately attired and remove their shoes before entering. Entry is not permitted during prayer hours.

• Soap Khan (Khan as-Saboun) was built at the beginning of the seventeenth century by Yusuf al-Saifi, pasha of Tripoli . Originally it was intended to serve as a military barracks to garrison Ottoman troops and it was purposely built in the center of the city to enable the pasha to control any uprising. It is a large imposing rectangular structure with two story arcaded corridors running around a fountain courtyard. The outer walls had a number of loopholes and arrow slits for defense purposes. In front of the building was an arched portal, flanked by stone benches for the pasha’s guards. A white marble plaque commemorates the building of this splendid military barracks of Tripoli. During the battle of Anjar, Yusuf Pasha was taken prisoner. When Tripoli fell to Fakhr-ed-Din and the Islamic Ottoman garrison fled to join his routed forces in Syria. The army of Fakhr-ed-Din occupied the barracks briefly but in the years that followed the building stood empty and useless. To the inhabitants of Tripoli this seemed to be a great waste so a petition was sent to Deir al-Qamar and the residence of Fakhr-ed-Din, with the request to turn the building into a soap factory and warehouse. From that day until the present time the Islamic Ottoman barracks have served as Tripoli’s flourishing Soap Khan or Khãn as-Sáboun.

• Tailor's Khan - Khan al-Khayyatin | - GPS: In the neighborhood of the Ezzedin baths there are two fourteenth century Mamluk khans facing each other. The Tailor’ khan which adjoins the baths on the north., built in 1341. Its street stalls and storehouses until this day house the dry goods merchants and tailors of modern Tripoli. The Tailor’ khan is a sixty- yard long passageway with tall graceful arches on each side and ten transverse arches open to the sky. At the entrance an engaged Corinthian column is built in the brown sandstone wall and may be a Crusader Church pilaster with a re-used marble capital. There are other Roman granite column sections built into the walls in the vicinity

What to do in Tripoli (Lebanon)

| - GPS: - Every Sunday afternoon families will gather to the shoreline of Tripoli where the road meets the ocean and they walk on the sidewalk provided while the sun goes down. They'll be vendors with food, and bike rentals for those who want to ride. Its a peaceful and relaxing time, where some will sit at the cafe's smoke hookah and watch the sunset. Its a must for a sweet finish at the end of your day.

For outdoor activities, go to the beaches of Tripoli like: Miramar, Al Naoura, Palma Touristic Center and Las Perlas.

• El Mina old town: Inhabited since the 14th century B.C., El Mina was ruled sequentially by Persians, Alexander the Great's successors and the Romans, Mamluke Muslims, Turkish Ottomans, and the French. As a result and the old town is filled with history, including masjids and churches, a Caravan Serail, a Mamluk Fortress, and souk (traditional marketplaces).
• Palm island reserves: If you are enchanted by marine ecology, be sure to spend some time in the Palm Islands Reserve, comprising three uninhabited islands located roughly 5km northwest of El Mina. This Mediterranean marine ecosystem provides a perfect breeding ground for the endangered Green and Loggerhead Turtles, a nesting place for over 300 species of migratory birds (including many rare and endangered species), and a home for the endangered Mediterranean Monk Seal.
• Zambo carnival:Each year on the weekend preceding Clean Monday (usually between March and April), hundreds of local residents organize and participate in lively musical parades wearing outfits and masks. The origin of this old tradition is unknown but some people link it to local Greek families (Greek Mardi Gras). More information: El Mina tourism center

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Tripoli (Lebanon)

• The Souks The most incredible items can be found in the souk, from books to imitation shoes (Adidas (currently on the BDS List so for the time don't purchase any Adidas products), Nike). There are stalls upon stalls of pure souvenirs and others of real taste and quality. One street have shops specializing in Islamic clothing, chador-like dresses and other traditional non-western clothing can be found. In contrast, just around the junction you may find shops selling sexy lingerie.
  
  Suddenly you find yourself in Souk el Sayagheen and the Gold and silver market. It's quite magical to look down this dark little street where the shops cast enough light for the jewellery hanging outside in curtains of Gold and silver to glitter softly. or maybe "Khan Essaboun! The soap market, where you can buy aromatic & therapeutic, as well as decorated soaps.

Halal Restaurants in Tripoli (Lebanon)

Tripoli is famous all over Lebanon for its sticky oriental sweets. Many Beiruties visit Tripoli en group on Sunday mornings to have breakfast at "Hallab". Confusingly to tourists, many sweet houses in Tripoli carry the name "Hallab" in one way or another. This is either because they are legitimate descendants of the famous nineteenth century sweets maker of the same name, or simple free riders trying to profit from the name's reputation. Two however stand out: Rafaat Hallab 1881 , and Abdel Rahman Al Hallab . A visit to either will satisfy the most demanding of sweet teeth.

In the beautiful, wide and trees-planted ElMina Road, you can find many cafes and restaurants to satisfy your hunger.

• Seafood Sandwich Shop | El Mina foreshore It has little dolphins jumping on either side of the name - that is in Arabic - Don't miss the seafood sandwiches in El Mina; there's spicy-fish, crab, crayfish, and more! Next to a corner-shop with Pepsi signage. There are a few swarma restaurants in a row by the waterfront next to the port. Try the one that is packed with people waiting - there's a reason for that. There are a few casual seafood restaurants further along.
• Homos & Foul (Homs and beans) | - GPS: - One of the famous breakfast dishes in Tripoli is Homs and beans, you will find many old and new style restaurant, on the main streets and inside the old areas of the city.

Tripoli Has the best coffee shops street in all of Lebanon (Mina Road). With more than 100 coffee shops and restaurants on both sidewalks. For bars and pubs, Mina neighborhood would be the best place for a glass of or a pint of organic juice with smooth Jazz music.

• Cava Mino: the first pub in Mina and the only place for Jazz and good music in the area. The pub has a great ambiance (a nice outdoor space during summer). A poetry night is hosted once a month. The owners and staff are very friendly, and it has been a very popular place for local residents as well as tourists. The menu offers a tasty collection of appetizers.
• Gosha: A pub and restaurant specialized in cocktails
• ASkale restaurant(Snack-bar):A leading restaurant offering delicious meals, friendly staff and cozy environment, located in the heart of El Mina old town and the newly renovated Laban street.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Quality Inn Tripoli Hotel - GPS: 34.441191, 35.822030 Next to the International fair ☎ +961 6 211 255

• Via Mina Pension

• Al Koura Hotel | Al Tall Street GPS: 34.436099, 35.839926 off Tall St, 2 blocks South-East of the Clock Tower ☎ +961 3 371 041 +961 6 425 451 Dorm LL30 000, private from L50 000 - A family-owned pension in the center of Tripoli. The friendly owners speak French. Clean and modern. Breakfast, Wi-Fi included.
• Pension Haddad | - GPS: 34.436511, 35.839573 Near Hotel Al Koura - Dorm $10, single $15 Located in a historical building near the main square.
• Hotel Al Ahram | - GPS: From clock tower walk around the flags to the other side - Dorm $7.50
• Miramar Beach Resort - GPS: 34.395495, 35.797069 Along Old Beirut Road ☎ +961 6 400 704 - Resort hotel along the coast, a few kilometers south of the city.

Stay Safe

Due to the spillover of the civil war in Syria and the situation in Lebanon, including Tripoli, has deteriorated. Most of governments around the world have issued travel warnings to Lebanon. In July and August 2022 there were several skirmishes and vehicle bombs in Tripoli. While the situation has improved since then, it is suggested to plan carefully and visit with a local guide. Some turbulent neighborhoods are emphatically not for tourism.

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Tripoli (Lebanon)

• Ehden is beautiful town at the top of the northern mountains of Lebanon some 30km away from Tripoli. Popular during summer and a main destination to sample Lebanese cuisine.
• Batroun is home to lots of historic churches, both Catholic and Greek Orthodox. The town is also a major beach resort with a vibrant nightlife. About 22 kilometers from Tripoli.

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